Fruity Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade Copycat Recipe

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If there is any non-coffee drink that I prefer ordering then it has to be Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade, especially during the hot weather. Believe me, this drink is enough to cool down even in scorching heat, and that is why I could not resit the urge to make a glass for myself.

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After so many attempts, this non-caffeine drink has become my family’s favorite. Whenever I make a glass for myself, I end up making a jar because my family is always demanding this chilled and refreshing drink. Well, I find it better to make at home instead of ordering from Starbucks. It actually helps me to save extra money.

So, I decided to share this recipe with you so that whenever you get the urge to beat your dull day with Starbuck Passion Tea Lemonade, you know what to do. Shall we get a kettle and start brewing the tea?

Equipment Required

Kettle: I prefer using an electric kettle, which will help to boil water and steep the tea bag.
Pitcher: I use a pitcher to combine everything and mix it nicely.
Cocktail Shaker: In my opinion, it is best to use a cocktail shaker to shake the drink and get the fizzy texture.
Serving Glass: I have bought special tall glasses to serve the drinks like the Passion Tea Lemonade.

Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade Ingredients & Substitutions

Note: This recipe is big enough to serve six portions of wings. If you want to make more or less, you must adjust the recipe accordingly.

1 Cup Water
1 Passion Tazo Tea Bag
½ Cup Lemonade: You can use store-bought lemonade or combine pineapple juice with lemon juice to make it more citrusy.
1 Teaspoon Honey
1 Cup of Ice Cubes

Preparation And Cooking Time

Preparation Time	Cooking Time	Total Time
5 Minutes	5 Minutes	10 Minutes

How To Make Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade At Home

Step 1

First, I take a kettle and add water to boil over a medium flame. Once the water is hot, I remove it from the flame and add the Tazo tea bags to the kettle. I let the tea bag steep in the hot water for a while.

Step 2

To enjoy most of the flavors, I make some fresh lemonade by combining lemon juice, sugar, and water. Meanwhile, I let the brewed tea cool down in a pitcher. Now, combine the passion tea, lemon juice, honey, and ice cubes.

Step 3

Combine the tea and lemonade in a cocktail shaker and shake nicely. Serve it in a tall glass and enjoy.

Expert Tips That I Recommend

When steeping the tea, I make sure to steep for about 4 minutes and no longer. If you boil the tea longer, it will taste bitter.
I love the refreshing note and avoid using pre-made lemonade, and make a fresh batch with fresh lemons.
To get the exact flavors and texture like Starbucks, shake the drink nicely instead of stirring.
If you are making the drink ahead of time, avoid adding ice, as it will melt and make the drink too watery.
I prefer freezing the pitcher before mixing the ingredients.

FAQs About Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade

Can I make a big batch ahead of time?

Yes, you can make a big batch of Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade ahead of time. Just make sure to mix the ingredients at the time of serving to enjoy it fresh.

Why is my Passion Tea Lemonade bitter?

If you steep the tea bags for a longer time, it may taste bitter. So make sure you steep for no more than 3-4 minutes.

How to make the drink fizzy?

To make your Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade fizzy, make sure to shake the drink in a cocktail shaker nicely.

Why is my drink looking cloudy?

The reason your drink looks cloudy is that you mixed the hot tea with the lemonade. Just make sure to cool down the tea and then add so that you don’t get the cloudy texture.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

I really love the refreshing, tangy notes of Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade. That said, I love that the drink is low in calories, making it a guilt-free treat. I usually prefer adding fresh lemonade, which just makes it brighter and more refreshing.

Calories	465 kcal
Carbohydrates	116 g
Sodium	22 g
Potassium	362 mg
Sugar	103 g
Calcium	186 mg
Iron	0.2 mg

The best part is that I can make it sugar-free as well. Also, if you like to make it healthier, simply customize it as per your wish.

Recipe Variations For Different Diets

Sugar Free: To make this drink sugar-free, I suggest skipping sugar in the lemonade and using stevia instead.
Paleo-Friendly: Other than skipping sugar, if you go for fresh, homemade lemonade without any added artificial ingredients, your Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade is paleo-friendly.

Storing This Recipe

Refrigeration: To enjoy the drink later on, I make sure not to mix everything at once. I simply make the tea and store it, and whenever it needs to be served, I add the lemonade. Just in case, if you have mixed all the ingredients, transfer the drink to a pitcher and refrigerate it.
Freezer: I always freeze this tangy, citrusy drink. All you have to do is transfer to the ice cube tray and freeze it. Just add some lemonade water and enjoy it fresh and chilled.

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Conclusion

The fact that the Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade is super refreshing will make you addicted to it. Thank God you have this recipe, as you can make it anytime without spending money on gas to travel and then order the Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade.

Moreover, it is not that high in calories, so it is a guilt-free drink. You can simply skip adding sugar and use a natural sweetener to see the magic of vibrant, tangy notes do your mind, body, and soul.